Named local schemes and plans, with the responsible body and the latest stage established by the source checked. A proposal, funding announcement and completed project are different things.
Cardiff Central to Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Crossrail: first phase
A new tram connection is planned between Cardiff Central and the Bay, improving access across the city.
Delivery programme published; completion not verified · source does not state a status date
Responsible body: Cardiff Council and Transport for Wales
Latest evidence: The council programme says enabling works start in June 2026 and main works in July 2026. Those dates are a programme, not proof of completion.
Next thing to establish: What dated decision or progress report confirms the current stage?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Area covered
- No official project-to-ward mapping has been verified; no ward allocation is inferred from the city name.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Cardiff Crossrail →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
- Which funding is committed, and what remains conditional?
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Connect the Bay’s new destinations to everyday journeys →
Connect local skills to local opportunities →
How to track delivery →Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff Bay
Atlantic Wharf redevelopment
The Bay redevelopment includes a new indoor arena and support for surrounding businesses.
Arena works reported underway · source does not state a status date
Responsible body: Cardiff Council and development partners
Latest evidence: The council describes the redevelopment as a strategic priority and says arena works are underway. Grant eligibility is separate from approval of any individual award.
Next thing to establish: What dated decision or progress report confirms the current stage?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Area covered
- No official project-to-ward mapping has been verified; no ward allocation is inferred from the city name.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Atlantic Wharf Growth Fund →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
- Which funding is committed, and what remains conditional?
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Connect the Bay’s new destinations to everyday journeys →
Connect local skills to local opportunities →
Target support where disadvantages overlap →
How to track delivery →Waungron Road, Llandaff, Cardiff
Waungron Road homes and transport interchange
The former recycling-centre site beside Waun Gron Park station is being turned into council homes and an interchange linking bus, rail, walking and cycling.
Building reached its highest point; not yet reported complete · evidence dated 2026-10-07
Responsible body: Cardiff Council and Wates Residential
Latest evidence: The council reports that the seven-storey development has topped out. The planned scheme includes 44 council homes and a transport interchange. Topping out marks the main structure reaching its highest point, not homes being ready to occupy or the interchange opening.
Next thing to establish: What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- The council reports £7.7 million of Welsh Government Social Housing Grant support. This is not stated to be the total scheme cost.
- Area covered
- No verified current ward footprint is assigned. The named location or council-wide remit does not establish benefits in every ward.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Waungron Road homes and transport interchange →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Open the homes and transport links as a usable whole →
Make room for homes people can afford →
Target support where disadvantages overlap →
How to track delivery →